UNLV basketball coach Josh Pastner hasn’t wasted an opportunity to try to rebuild the relationship between the Rebels and the community.
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The WNBA and its players agreed to an extension on the collective bargaining agreement, but a deal between the league and players doesn’t appear to be imminent.
Aces president Nikki Fargas spoke with the Review-Journal after the team won its third WNBA championship in four years to discuss the season and the future.
The Runnin’ Rebels, after falling to Washington in their first exhibition, host Lincoln University from Oakland, Calif., on Tuesday night.
Junior guard Sydni Summers, who transferred to UNLV from San Jose State in the offseason, gave birth to a girl Sept. 28 but expects to return to the court in November.
Las Vegas bookmakers have long acted as watchdogs for pro and college sports and had different reactions to Thursday’s betting scandal that rocked the NBA world.
New UNLV men’s basketball coach Josh Pastner promised Thursday at Mountain West media day his team will play with energy this season.
A current NBA coach and player were among the more than 30 players arrested in a case involving sports betting and rigged poker games in Las Vegas and elsewhere, authorities say.
Lady Rebels coach Lindy La Rocque, a three-time Mountain West coach of the year, signed a five-year contract extension, UNLV announced Tuesday.
LeBron James will miss Tuesday’s season opener, and his absence is the main reason the Lakers flipped from 3½-point favorites to 2-point underdogs to the Warriors.
The Aces gave their roster a facelift during the offseason and again at the trade deadline. The result was their third WNBA championship in four seasons.
It’s not just Becky Hammon’s coaching skill that sets her apart. It’s her ability to build relationships with her Aces players and pull the best out of everyone.
There’s something magical about seeing hair flying during plays, the rhythm of sneakers on the hardwood, and the energy of a league of women who know exactly who they are — and aren’t afraid to show it.
The Aces have entered the debate as the best dynasty in WNBA history with their third title in four years, but the other franchises don’t hold up under scrutiny.
In eight seasons with A’ja Wilson as the face of the franchise, the Aces have secured attendance and ticket sales records to pair with three WNBA championships.
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